OMG, I Want This House: New York City (Photos)

You know you've made it in the City That Never Sleeps when you take up residence in a lush penthouse overlooking the river. So status-climbers, take note: the $40 million palatial apartment at the top of Richard Meier's iconic downtown building is up for grabs from Christie's International Real Estate.

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A terrace is a dream come true for most New Yorkers. But one with a view? Unbelievable.

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Floor-to-ceiling windows and minimalist decor give the living space a light and spatious feeling. Or maybe that's just the sheer amount of space—4,551 square feet—available to frolick and entertain in.

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Have an incredible dinner—or a business meeting—at the grand dinner table nestled in an expanisve living space with 21-foot ceilings.

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The kitchen is modern in both decor and electronics, with top of the line appliances, not to mention a southern view of One World Trade Center.

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Are you at the top of a building in busy, over-populated Manhattan or luxuriating in a bath next to a calming river in the middle of the countryside? Hard to tell from this bathroom.

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This penthouse features two floors with four bedrooms and four bathrooms, all with amazing views.

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A full 1,800-square-feet are dedicated to private outdoor space. You know where to find us once spring rolls back around!

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At the end of a long day dodging the hustle and bustle of the city streets, relax in the comfort of your own luxurious home with a glass of white (don't even thinking about spilling red wine on these couches!) and an unreal sunset view.

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I'm King of New York!

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OMG, I Want This House: New York City (Photos)

You know you’ve made it in the City That Never Sleeps when you take up residence in a lush penthouse overlooking the river, like this $40 million Richard Meier-designed pad.

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